Journos and Mods
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From: North East England
Journos and Mods
Calling proon journos and Mods.
I've had an idea. Bearing in mind the media discussion on here of late, how about a thread where we hacks can give out the odd tip on dealing with the press. Bssic interview tips, what do do if you aren't happy with something etc?
Just a thought..
Dan
I've had an idea. Bearing in mind the media discussion on here of late, how about a thread where we hacks can give out the odd tip on dealing with the press. Bssic interview tips, what do do if you aren't happy with something etc?
Just a thought..
Dan
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 328
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From: Finland
I think some basic things like:
Don't get "star struck" when a "quality paper" calls.
LISTEN to the question and answer SLOWLY. Only say things you know for a fact. Not "I think.. it could be... it might have been..."
Take the reporter's name and contact information. If you can record the conversation even better.
Don't be niave (for a non tech article) and think you will get approval prior to publication.
Don't ask for a clipping to show your mum.
Focus on the question.
Remember your company line. Are you authorised to talk to the media?
Don't get "star struck" when a "quality paper" calls.
LISTEN to the question and answer SLOWLY. Only say things you know for a fact. Not "I think.. it could be... it might have been..."
Take the reporter's name and contact information. If you can record the conversation even better.
Don't be niave (for a non tech article) and think you will get approval prior to publication.
Don't ask for a clipping to show your mum.
Focus on the question.
Remember your company line. Are you authorised to talk to the media?
